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    Head of Litigation - Cyprus

    HRus Partners (licence number 414), on behalf of our client, a well established and highly reputable Law Firm in Limassol, is seeking to recruit a highly experienced and driven litigation lawyer to assume the leadership of their Litigation Department for their offices in Limassol. A great opportunity to take your legal career to the next level!

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead, manage and supervise the Litigation Department of the Firm and its members
    • Train, mentor and develop the members of the litigation team
    • Allocate and oversee the distribution of litigation cases
    • Handle, oversee and manage a portfolio of complex, high-value or significant litigation cases
    • Represent clients in court hearings, trials and ADR procedures
    • Prepare and review pleadings and other court documents prepared by the litigation team members to ensure quality and accuracy
    • Prepare and review legal opinions
    • Act as the focal point of contact, especially for key litigation clients
    • Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients
    • Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the Firm’s litigation department
    • Represent the Firm at professional and promotional events, conferences and networking activities
    • Contribute to the shaping, improvement and implementation of the Firm’s overall business plan and strategy, its policies and procedures
    • Assist to the preparation, monitoring and implementation of the Department’s budgets, billing and profitability targets and of each of the Department’s team member
    • Conduct periodic employee assessments and performance appraisals, job interviews and other necessary HR functions concerning the Litigation Department

    Professional and Academic Requirements:

    • At least seven (7) years of post-qualification experience in contentious litigation cases and Court practice
    • LLB (Bachelor of Laws) with a minimum grade of 2.1 (upper second) or equivalent
    • LL.M.(Master of Laws) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) or Legal Practice Course (LPC) will be considered an advantage
    • Cyprus Bar Association License
    • ADR or other professional certificates or qualifications will be considered an advantage
    • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules
    • Fluent knowledge of Greek and English, both written and oral
    • Excellent use of Microsoft Office Suite

    Professional and Personal Abilities and Skills

    • Necessary knowledge, experience, abilities and skills allowing to autonomously manage and execute cases and tasks that they will be required and expected to handle in the litigation field
    • Self-confidence, readiness and assurance to undertake and successfully handle any litigation cases and matters, regardless of their complexity, financial scale or significance
    • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules
    • Wide experience in diverse contentious cases and matters
    • Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure
    • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
    • Strong ability to negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) outcomes
    • Take responsibility for own actions and initiatives
    • Dynamic with pleasant personality
    • Self-motivated and able to cooperate efficiently with co-workers
    • Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team of lawyers and administrative staff
    • Effective delegation and monitoring skills
    • Strong communication skills to manage client expectations, ensure satisfaction and build long-term client relationships
    • Exceptional oral and written communication skills for clear and persuasive legal arguments
    • Strong public speaking skills for presentations in court and during client meetings
    • High standards of professional ethics and integrity in all dealings

    Remuneration and Benefits:

    • Highly competitive and attractive remuneration package, reflective of qualifications, expertise and experience
    • Opportunity to actively contribute to the Firm’s overall growth and direction
    • Visible and achievable pathway to partnership, based on performance, leadership, contribution to Firm’s development etc.
    • Payment of 13th salary in December each year
    • Eligibility to bonuses under the Firm’s defined bonus schemes
    • Additional financial incentives for introducing clients to the Firm
    • Professional Pension Fund with employer contributions
    • 22 days of annual leave
    • Flexible working hours or arrangements to accommodate professional and personal commitments
    • Laptop and necessary technology for efficient remote work when required
    • Free parking area provided for ease of daily commuting
    • Full coverage of costs for seminars and trainings required for license renewal
    • Full coverage of advocates pension fund contributions
    • Payment of annual bar association/license renewal fees by the Firm

     

    If you feel that you can be a good fit at this position, send us your CV to: careers@hruspartners.com

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    Cyprus

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    Cyprus

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    +357 25249721

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